
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Montgomery City Neighborhood of Montgomery, AL from $500 (28 Rentals)
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Midtown Oaks

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Woodley Terrace Apartments

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Brentwood Estates

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The Eastern

3415 Gilmer Ct

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Governors Parc Apartments
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Cedar Creek Apartments

Anthos at Belmont

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Greenbriar Apartments

3709 Le Bron Rd, Unit D

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Bristol Downs

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Bell Oaks Apartments

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Magnolia Apartments
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1115-1125 Magnolia Curv

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Cloverdale Estates

Liberty Square

Kensington Manor Apartments

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3515 Norman Bridge Rd, Unit 2

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Zelda Pointe

Price Street Townhomes
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3419 Gilmer Ct, Unit 2

The Castle in Cloverdale

Cambridge Place

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2401 Overhill Rd

3770 Maclamar Rd

2440 Price St
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South Montgomery City, Montgomery, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Montgomery City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Montgomery City Studio Apartments | $959 | $608 | $2,100 |
| South Montgomery City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $895 | $640 | $2,400 |
| South Montgomery City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $970 | $700 | $2,800 |
| South Montgomery City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $850 | $3,800 |
| South Montgomery City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,420 | $1,295 | $4,049 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Montgomery City Neighborhood of Montgomery, AL.
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Cheapest Available South Montgomery City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Montgomery City area of Montgomery, AL is a Studio unit found at Ravenwood Apartments priced from $608. Brentwood Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $665. Here are the most affordable South Montgomery City apartments for rent in Montgomery, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenwood Apartments | Ravenwood Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $608 |
| Brentwood Estates | 1x1Brentwood Estates | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Midtown Oaks | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Eastern | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Governors Parc Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Cedar Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Anthos at Belmont | 3580 McGehee Place Drive S | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Greenbriar Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Montgomery City, AL
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Montgomery City area is the $0.95 price per square foot The Gatsby Renovated Model at Zelda Pointe in the in the South Montgomery City neighborhood starting from $965. The second greatest value South Montgomery City apartment is the 1 Bed Model at Liberty Square starting at $850 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the South Montgomery City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Montgomery City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Zelda Pointe | The Gatsby Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Liberty Square | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 3709 Le Bron Rd, Unit D | 3709 Le Bron Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Brentwood Estates | 1x1Brentwood Estates | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Midtown Oaks | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Magnolia Apartments | 1BRMKT-1BR-Closed Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Greenbriar Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| The Eastern | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Anthos at Belmont | 3580 McGehee Place Drive S | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Governors Parc Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Montgomery City, Montgomery, AL
Ranked #13
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Montgomery City, Montgomery, AL
Bear Exploration Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Montgomery City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Montgomery City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Montgomery City is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Montgomery City?
The cheapest apartment in South Montgomery City is Ravenwood Apartments which is listed at $657, while the average apartment in South Montgomery City costs $5,417.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Montgomery City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in South Montgomery City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Montgomery City?
Cheap apartments in South Montgomery City have an average cost of $673 which is $4,744 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Montgomery City.
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